Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Vocalgroups
Honorsandrecognition
Training
Experience
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RODESSA L. JONES IV

Plainfield

Summary

Passionate about exploring and learning new techniques in the art of music. I aspire to sing, minister, and inspire people through the power of song. While I possess versatility in various musical genres, my goal is to become a distinguished Jazz and R&B artist. Committed to continuous growth, my ambition is to emerge as a global leader, instilling inspiration and influence in each performance. I aim to leave a lasting impact on audiences, sharing my profound love for music as a universal language that connects us all.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Member

Angelics (A Capella High School Group)
  • Competed in ICHSA
  • Member for 2 years

Member

I Choir (Gospel)
  • Member for 4 years

Musical Performer

Howard Gospel Choir
08.2024 - Current

Gospel Performer

Soul Children of Chicago
01.2022 - Current
  • Company Overview: Performed for ABC 7, WGN Daytime Chicago, AKA National Convention, Navy Pier Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Mayor Brandon's Inauguration, Fly Over Chicago Taping


Member

Voices of Today (Gospel)
01.2019 - Current
  • Led a gospel choir with a full band ensemble
  • Administered to the church congregation through musical performances
  • Member for 5 years

Member

DuPage Theatre Group
01.2018 - Current

Education

High School Diploma -

Plainfield North High School
Plainfield, IL
05-2024

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Jazz Voice Studies

Howard University
Washington, DC
05-2028

Skills

  • Versatile singing
  • Range proficiency
  • Live stage performances
  • Studio recording experience
  • Theatrical performances
  • Passion for continuous growth and learning
  • Commitment to leaving a lasting impact on audiences
  • Collaboration in group performances
  • Strong pitch accuracy
  • Vocal Projection
  • Vocal Techniques

Vocalgroups

  • Angelics (A Capella High School Group), Alto, Soprano, and Tenor, Competed in ICHSA. Member for 2 years.
  • Voices of Today (Gospel), Lead Singer, Led a gospel choir with a full band ensemble. Administered to the church congregation through musical performances. Member for 5 years.
  • I Choir (Gospel), Member for 4 years.

Honorsandrecognition

  • Selected Tenor for ILMEA District 9 Mixed Chorus and Honors Choir (High School)
  • Selected Alto for ILMEA District 9 Mixed Chorus and Honors Choir (Middle School)

Training

Acting school from Paramount School of the Arts for 3 years

Experience

Soul Children of Chicago, Performed for ABC 7, WGN Daytime Chicago, AKA National Convention, Navy Pier Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Mayor Brandon's Inauguration Fly Over Chicago Taping., Wicked, Mary Poppins, Hairspray, Annie, The Wiz, Southern Fried Cornbread

Timeline

Musical Performer

Howard Gospel Choir
08.2024 - Current

Gospel Performer

Soul Children of Chicago
01.2022 - Current

Member

Voices of Today (Gospel)
01.2019 - Current

Member

DuPage Theatre Group
01.2018 - Current

Member

Angelics (A Capella High School Group)

Member

I Choir (Gospel)

High School Diploma -

Plainfield North High School

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Jazz Voice Studies

Howard University
RODESSA L. JONES IV